Professional Services in Killora, Tasmania 7150

At Calvary, we have been supporting people in their own homes and communities for over thirty years. We deliver a range of home care services including aged care, disability and other support services that enable independence, improve social connections and promote positive health and well-being. All Calvary clients benefit from: • 24/7 clinical care advice from registered nurses, including holidays. • Home services available seven days a week, with options for overnight stays and respite. • Dedicated local Case Managers for in-home support and guidance. • Experienced, trusted support staff, all police-checked. Calvary Home Care services provide a range of flexible services, including: • Personal Care - Assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain comfort and dignity. • Domestic Assistance - Help with household tasks, such as cleaning and laundry, to maintain a tidy and safe home. • Transport Assistance - Support with transportation for appointments, errands, and social engagements. • Social Support - Companionship and engagement to reduce isolation and build social connections. • Flexible respite - Relief for family caregivers, providing time to recharge and take a break. • Gardening – Light gardening services to keep outdoor spaces safe and enjoyable. • Allied health services - Access to physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to enhance well-being. From recovering seniors to individuals living with chronic conditions, Calvary home care provides a unique opportunity to heal and thrive in an environment that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being. Family members find peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in capable hands, without the stress of frequent hospital visits or the upheaval of relocation. Calvary is committed to delivering excellence in clinical quality and ensuring the highest levels of patient, resident and client safety in the community.

Welcome to Just Better CareAcross Tasmania, Just Better Care provides in-home disability support and aged care services, assisting people to live independently. Since our inception, we’ve been empowering our customers by putting individual preferences and support needs at the centre of our approach. Every Just Better Care office is owned and operated locally, providing affordable and accessible services that meet local and individual requirements. Our staff take the time to get to know you, identifying the best ways to support you in achieving your goals. We never compromise on quality. We deliver the services you want - when and how you want them.Quality assured support servicesAll Just Better Care offices are ISO 9001 accredited, assuring you that our systems and processes are best practices. Every staff member holds a current Federal Criminal Record Check and undergoes thorough suitability screening during recruitment.Personalised approachWe are part of a local and global network of community care professionals. Each of our staff members is employed from their local area. They have strong local networks and understand what matters to people in their community.Just Better Care servicesWe are experienced in supporting older people to receive the care and support they need, providing advice & driving customer choice. Just Better Care will work in partnership with you, so you are able to select the services that best reflect your lifestyle and what you value most. Our services include:• Personal care• Domestic assistance• Meal preparation• Overnight support• Travel and transport• Palliative care support• Dementia support• Community participation• NDIS plan management• Post-hospital support• Respite for carersJust Better Care Australia is a Registered NDIS Provider.

The Care Forward Allied Health team provides specialist services and programs to get you moving and improve your health so you can make the most of your life at home. Care Forward employs:occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, dietitians, and social workers.Occupational Therapists (OTs) OTs work with you to improve your independence, safety and confidence. OTs work with you to recognise and overcome risk factors for falls, and can recommend home modifications such as the installation of grab rails or access rampsThe assess safety in the homes of people with Low Vision They proscribe aids to assist your mobility. Equipment prescription includes; dressing aid, sock aid, shower chair/stools, toilet seat raisers and other aids and equipment to enhance mobility They can provide strategies for coping with memory loss including; cognitive & sensory cueing, memory assistance, problem solving, education, provision of equipment and environmental adaptations Chronic Disease Management OTs incorporate activity modification techniques into daily activities such as work simplification, energy conservation and continence managementExercise Physiology (EPs)EPs deliver clinical exercises and health modification programs to support your independence and wellbeing. These can: Increase mobility and strength (reducing the risk of falls) Support your breathing and manage chronic conditions Increase your confidence Assist you to maintain and strengthen your capacity to continue your activities of daily living and social engagement Maximise your general health and well beingRehabilitation after an injury, accident or surgery Up & About Exercise Program Up & About is a 12-week program of individually tailored exercises and health education in a group setting. Exercise has been shown to give significant benefits to people of all ages, in pain reduction, increased muscle strength, improved physical function, balance and wellbeing. All participants in these classes receive an individual health assessment conducted by one of our Accredited Exercise Physiologists and a tailored exercise program to suit their personal needs and abilities.Classes are held weekly in each region and include exercise and information sessions on a range of health topics such as understanding diabetes, nutrition and falls prevention. At the end of the 12 weeks participants receive a final health assessment to measure the changes and benefits experienced. Participants may then choose to participate in the Up & Running Program. The two twelve-week programs are available through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), however there is a small client contribution for each assessment and class. Classes are available for private clients and those clients who have completed the subsidised programs and wish to continue privately. Dietitian Services Dietitians can help with diabetes, heart disease, malnutrition, obesity, anaemia, liver disease, allergies and kidney disease. They can: Provide information on healthy eating, shopping for food, eating out and preparing food at home Provide tailored advice to assist with the prevention and management of many medical conditions Provide individual consults involving diet and lifestyle assessments Provide nutritional education and counselling Develop personalised eating plans that consider medical conditions and personal circumstances Undertake nutrition and food researchSocial Work Social Workers support people who are undergoing difficulty or change. Care Forward Social Workers are qualified to help you with many things, including:Counseling Planning and goals Skills training Linkages to Services Adjustment to change and loss Advocacy Stress management Group therapy / skill building Assistance with Housing and entering Care Working with families and carersSubsidised allied health services are available through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (including the Home Independence Program), Tasmanian Home and Community Care (including the Post Hospital Program), and Support at Home. Private services are also available. Medicare will fund these services if you are referred by your GP via a GP Management plan or Team Care arrangements. You may also be eligible to claim from your health insurance fund. At Care Forward we work hard to serve Tasmanians wherever they live, however, a lack of workers or associate providers (contractors) in some rural/remote areas may mean we are unable to provide services to those areas.